Snug has 8 different meanings across 2 categories:
Noun
· Adjective
Noun
1
a small secluded room
"After dinner, we retreated to our snug by the fireplace to read quietly until bedtime."
2
A small, comfortable back room in a pub.
"After ordering our drinks, we retreated to the snug for a quiet conversation away from the noisy bar."
Verb
1
To make secure or snug.
"She tucked her blanket tighter around herself to feel snug against the cold wind."
Adjective
1
offering safety; well protected or concealed
"a snug harbor"
"a snug hideout"
2
fitting closely but comfortably
"a close fit"
3
well and tightly constructed
"a snug house"
"a snug little sailboat"
4
enjoying or affording comforting warmth and shelter especially in a small space
"a cozy nook near the fire"
"snug in bed"
"a snug little apartment"
5
Warm and comfortable; cosy.
"After a long day, I loved sinking into my snug armchair by the fireplace to read a book."
Example Sentences
"a snug harbor"
adjective
"a snug hideout"
adjective
"a close fit"
adjective
"a snug house"
adjective
"a snug little sailboat"
adjective
"a cozy nook near the fire"
adjective
"snug in bed"
adjective
"a snug little apartment"
adjective
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